June 2014 NewsFlash

June Programs at Grey Towers

MILFORD PA – Arts and culture are the focus of the special programs planned for the month of June at Grey Towers National Historic Site, 122 Old Owego Turnpike, Milford, PA.

Thursday, June 5, 10 AM-4 PM, FREE: Come Paint with Me
This free plein air painting program is open to the public. Bring your own materials; Grey Towers provides the inspiration! This program is non-instructional. Meet at Grey Towers' Visitor Pavilion. No reservations needed. Rain or shine. 570-775-6896 or www.joanpolishook-art.com.
Wednesday, June 11, 5:30 pm: Architecture Tour
A special tour focused on the unique architecture features and history behind the design of this 1886 mansion. Regular tour fees. Call 570-296-9630 to register.
Saturday, June 14, 1 – 4 PM, FREE and open to the public, The Art of Lacemaking:
Watch as the Lost Art Lacers of North New Jersey practice the art of lacemaking. Learn about the Pinchot lace collection.
Saturday, June 14, 5:30 pm, Historic piano concert:
“Four Hands on Mozart’s Fortepiano,” co-sponsored by Kindred Spirits Arts Program. For info, tickets, www.kindredspiritsarts.org or call 570-296-7429.
Saturday, June 21, at Dusk, FREE outdoor family film and children’s craft activity:
Grey Towers Heritage Association presents a fun film that has an environmental message. Bring a picnic dinner! Free craft activity for kids starts at 7 pm. Call 570-296-9625 or contact info@greytowers.org for details. Rain date: Sunday June 22.
Every Day: Regular tours of the Grey Towers mansion and grounds are offered every day from 11 am to 4 pm through November 1. Guided tours bring visitors through the first floor museum of the mansion and the gardens. On weekends, a special 10 am tour and 4 pm tour brings visitors to all three floors of the mansion.

For more information, please call 570-296-9670 or email greytowers@fs.fed.us.